Ferritin
- Test Name:
- Ferritin
- Synonyms:
-
Iron storage
- Collection Device/Tube Type:
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1. EDM Base Lab: 5 mL blood - GOLD SST (gel)
2. CGY DSC: 4.5 mL blood - MINT LIHEP PST (gel)
3. NOTE: The preferred tube type at each testing site is acceptable at the alternate site
- Submission Requirements:
- 1 mL serum or lithium heparin plasma
- Frequency of Testing:
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Daily
- Reference Range:
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Age
Gender
Ferritin (ug/L)
0 to < 6 months
All
50 – 500
6 months to < 16 years
All
15 – 100
≥ 16 years
Male
30 – 500
Female
20 – 300
Unknown/X
20 – 500
- Comments:
- Ferritin concentration should be interpreted within the context of the patient (e.g. inflammation, acute illness) and values less than 30-45 µg/L are associated with iron deficiency
- Last Reviewed:
- 04 May 2023
